Pause to thank those in our military ohana

By Charles M. Ota

POSTED: 01:30 a.m. HST, Nov 11, 2012

~~<p>Nov. 11 is Veterans Day and residents and visitors alike will pay tribute to America's veterans for their unselfish sacrifices in protecting America's shores and preserving the freedoms and liberties guaranteed by our nation's forefathers.</p>
<p>Hawaii's resident ohana has a long and proud tradition of service to the nation. Today, one out every five residents is a service member, veteran or family member — and thousands more serve in civilian capacities in direct support of or in service to the military.</p>
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Nov. 11 is Veterans Day and residents and visitors alike will pay tribute to America's veterans for their unselfish sacrifices in protecting America's shores and preserving the freedoms and liberties guaranteed by our nation's forefathers.

Hawaii's resident ohana has a long and proud tradition of service to the nation. Today, one out every five residents is a service member, veteran or family member — and thousands more serve in civilian capacities in direct support of or in service to the military. Login for more...